Which Massachusetts infantry unit, comprised of African Americans, was famous for its fighting prowess and exceptional courage during the American Civil War?
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The 54th Regiment, or Fifty-fourth Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry Regiment, was a Massachusetts infantry unit made up of African Americans that was active during the American Civil War. The regiment became famous for its fighting prowess and the great courage of its members. The abolitionist governor of Massachusetts, John Andrew, assembled the 54th Regiment in early 1863.